How to Care for a Nook Color

1. Clean the NOOK Color's touchscreen when you notice fingerprints, smudges or dirt accumulating on it. Moisten a micro-fiber cloth with water and gently wipe the screen. Rub the screen with a dry cloth after you remove all smudges and dust.

2. Keep the NOOK Color away from water sources, such as a pool or bathtub. The NOOK Color may malfunction if dropped in water. If the NOOK Color or its cable gets wet, do not use the device until it dries completely.

3. Use the included cable to recharge the NOOK Color's battery when it gets low. You can normally use the NOOK Color for up to eight hours if you turn off Wi-Fi. When the battery is low, it takes about three hours to fully charge it. If the battery does not hold a charge, contact Barnes & Noble Customer Service for a replacement.

4. Use the NOOK Color only in acceptable temperature ranges. The NOOK Color operates best between 32 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Store the device in temperatures between 5 and 113 degrees Fahrenheit. Charge the NOOK Color in the 41 to 95 degree Fahrenheit range.

5. Buy a cover for your NOOK Color to protect it from damage or screen scratches. Not all Barnes & Noble covers are waterproof, but they can shield the device from some spills. Some covers may be waterproof. Barnes & Noble sells covers at retail stores and online.